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Access Services is seeking an experienced, professional Program Specialist who will be the supervisor for our Life Day Program in Orwigsburg, PA. As Program Specialist, you will have the opportunity to lead our day program for adults with developmental disabilities and Autism in a creative and supportive environment. The program specialist coordinates the daily schedule, community outings, and social activities for individuals in the day program. They are responsible for supervising the support staff and interacting with both internal and external team members.
- Work schedule: 8 am to 4 pm - Monday through Friday. Times may adjust for meetings occurring before or after program ends.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure the highest quality of care to individuals in helping them meet their needs.
- Organize, oversee and coordinate daily activities in relation to individual outcomes for those who participate in the Life program.
- Direct and supervise the daily work activities of the direct support professionals and team lead in the program.
- Plan and provide prevocational training, social and recreational opportunities to adults with developmental disabilities.
- Facilitate the consumer intake process.
- Interview, hire, and train direct support professionals.
- Oversee the completion of all documentation to substantiate billing as set forth by ODP and federal guidelines.
- Ensure all staff complete necessary training in the area of person centered planning, ISP instruction, behavior interventions and all other skills needed
- Conduct regular individual and group supervision and evaluation
- Oversee that outcomes identified in each individuals ISP are met
- Help ensure quality of services and files are maintained in accordance with Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) and Chapter 2380 and 2390 regulations.
- Provide direct care when staffing needs require.
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of work experience working directly with persons with disabilities OR
- Masters degree or above from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of work experience working directly with persons with disabilities OR
- Associates degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of work experience working directly with persons with disabilities.
Certification: Current certifications in First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration, and Community Participation Supports for DSP within six months of hire, unless not required by specific program. We provide the training for these certifications.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of principles and methods of habilitation, behavior management, safety techniques and programming planning principles. Knowledge of person centered planning and the ability to help individuals meet their plan of care objectives. Knowledge of pertinent community resources and facilities. Demonstrated excellent organizational and oral/written communication skills.
Current valid drivers license, reliable vehicle and proof of car insurance is required.
Benefits
Compensation: This is a full-time, salaried position starting at $40,000 annually, based on education and experience in the field.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Paid Time Off
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- 401K Employer match program
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition discounts, AT&T discounts, fitness reimbursements
- Employee Assistance Program (In person or telehealth sessions available)
- Referral Bonuses (up to $750 per referral)
At Access Services, we encourage and support career development and there are opportunities for you to learn and grow within our organization. We look forward to hearing from you!
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and do not restrict managements rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
Access Services is an equal opportunity employer.
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